Australia planned to sell 67 military sites to raise $1.8 billion, but public protests over Sydney's 166-year-old Victoria Barracks prompted a November 8 reversal that will keep four historic sites publicly owned

• The Australian government has dropped plans to sell several historic military sites, including the 166-year-old Victoria Barracks in Sydney.
• The decision follows strong public opposition and concerns about protecting the country's military history.
• Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles announced the change on Sunday, 8 November 2026.